Tag: travel
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UNESCO Adds Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra to Memory of the World
The Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra manuscripts have been inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. NEW DELHI, India, April 18, 2025 — UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register has added 74 new documentary heritage collections, including Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra manuscripts. According to UNESCO, entries from 72 countries and four international organizations…
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2025 TIME100: The Most Influential People Revealed
TIME has announced the 2025 TIME100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world. NEW YORK, April 16, 2025 — Today, TIME has unveiled the 2025 edition of its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. This issue features five different covers, each showcasing a notable member of the…
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Press Freedom Center at National Press Club Announces 2025 Advisory Board
The Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club has announced its Advisory Board for 2025. WASHINGTON, April 13, 2025 — In a pivotal moment for global press freedom, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club has announced the establishment of its Advisory Board. This esteemed group, composed of journalists, legal professionals, and…
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Academy Launches Global Partnerships for Nicholl Screenwriting Fellowships
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will collaborate with global university programs, screenwriting laboratories, and filmmaker initiatives to facilitate the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting is an international program designed to identify and nurture talented new screenwriters. The…
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Join the Global Celebration of Jazz: International Jazz Day 2025
Paris, France, March 27, 2025 — Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, a UNESCO Creative City of Music, will be a vibrant center for a worldwide celebration. Over five weeks, the city will host a series of jazz performances, educational programs, and community events. Highlights will include the internationally broadcast All-Star Global Concert for International Jazz…
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Record Job Placements for Chandigarh University Hospitality Students
CHANDIGARH, India, February 21, 2025 — Over 834 students from the Travel, Tourism, and Hotel Management program at Chandigarh University secured campus placements for 2023 and 2024. It represents a significant increase of 38% in job offers for hospitality and tourism management students compared to previous years. Seventy-six tourism and hospitality management students from Chandigarh…
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Mike Balsamo Takes Office as 118th President of National Press Club
Washington, DC, February 13, 2025—According to Mike Balsamo, the 118th Club president, the National Press Club is enhancing its commitment to defending a free and independent press amidst rising physical, legal, and digital threats. Balsamo, the Associated Press’s U.S. law enforcement editor, stated on February 7 during his inaugural address that disinformation spreads like wildfire,…
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Chandigarh University Wins AIU North Zone Youth Festival 2025
Chandigarh University won the overall trophy at the 38th AIU Inter-University North Zone Youth Festival 2025, securing 26 awards in total. Team CU has won the Overall AIU North-Zone Trophy four times. Chandigarh University’s contingent of 49 members has qualified for the AIU National Youth Festival 2025. View the enlarged photo. CHANDIGARH, India, February 7,…
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Chandigarh: Not a UNESCO World Heritage City
New Delhi, India, February 3, 2025 — Mr. Manish Tewari, the Member of Parliament for Chandigarh, formally asked the Minister of Culture about the city’s status as a UNESCO World Heritage city. In response, the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided the following reply: UNESCO has not designated Chandigarh as a…
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Beating Retreat: A Grand Finale to India’s Republic Day
New Delhi, January 30, 2025 — The majestic backdrop of the setting sun over the Raisina Hills provided a stunning scene as the iconic Vijay Chowk came alive with the sounds of Indian music during the Beating Retreat ceremony. This event marked the conclusion of the 76th Republic Day celebrations on January 29, 2025. The…
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Explore Chandigarh During Republic Day: Events and Discounts
Chandigarh, January 25, 2025 — The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) announced an exciting Republic Day celebration today. From January 25 to January 31, 2025, experience the festivities under the vibrant theme “Celebrate Republic Day with CITCO.” This week-long celebration offers guests a unique opportunity to engage with the spirit of the occasion…
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UNESCO Can Revoke Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage Status
UNESCO can revoke the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized changes to its structure without obtaining UNESCO’s approval. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) can consider revoking the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the local Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized modifications affecting its…
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Discover Chandigarh: A Spectacular Musical Night
Chandigarh Tourism and CITCO (Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation) have announced a spectacular Bollywood musical night on January 3, 2025, at Hotel Mountview. Chandigarh, India, December 31, 2024 — Chandigarh Tourism and CITCO (Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation) have announced a spectacular Bollywood Musical Night on January 3, 2025, at Hotel Mountview. They…
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Countdown to 2025: Live Performances in Times Square
New Year’s Eve organizers in Times Square, New York City, have revealed the official event lineup. Rita Ora, Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Megan Moroney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, TLC, Greeicy, De La Ghetto, and Kapo will perform live in Times Square for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration. NEW YORK, December 30, 2024 – The Times…
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UNESCO New Delhi Office Launches State of the Education Report for India 2024
UNESCO has launched the “2024 State of the Education Report for India,” focusing on Culture and Arts Education. New Delhi, December 24, 2024—The UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia at New Delhi has launched the sixth edition of its annual flagship report, “Rhythms of Learning.” This “2024 State of the Education Report for India” focuses…
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UNESCO Chair Appointed in India at Pondicherry University
UNESCO has appointed a new Chair in India. Founded in 1992, the UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs Programme is a collaborative network of higher education institutions that aims to tackle complex, interconnected development challenges. The program fosters international cooperation and networking among universities to strengthen their institutional capacities through knowledge-sharing and collaborative efforts. The Chair focusing on “Renewable…
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UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education
UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musician…
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Exploring ‘Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons’ by Anand Neelakantan
HarperCollins has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by Anand Neelakantan. NEW DELHI, December 16, 2024 — HarperCollins India has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by bestselling author Anand Neelakantan. The Ramayana is not just one single story; it is a symphony of tales that span centuries, cultures,…
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UNESCO: The Absolute Authority on World Heritage Sites
UNESCO is the final authority that examines, evaluates, inscribes, and designates properties as World Heritage Sites. New Delhi, December 14, 2024 — In response to an inquiry presented in the Rajya Sabha, which is the upper house of the Parliament of India, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided pertinent information…
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Rice University Expands to India: A New Chapter in Global Education
Houston, Texas, November 18, 2024 — Rice University, a global leader in research and innovation, is enhancing its international presence by launching Rice Global India. This strategic initiative highlights the university’s commitment to promoting global collaboration and supporting India’s rapidly growing education and technology sectors. Photo: Rice University celebrated the opening of its new facility…
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